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[OLCOOT1@xxxxxxx]

July 3, 2003
Ensley Bottoms
Shelby Co. TN

Had a slow work day, so I made it down to Ensley for an hour before lunch. 
One pair of Western Kingbirds were feeding at least two young and possibly a 
third at the nest. These young birds looked as if they will be leaving the nest 
within the week. The other pair do not appear to have hatch any yet but one of 
the birds is disappearing into one area and not coming out so I believe it is 
still sitting on eggs. I have yet to find a place from which to view this 
nest. So, there are at least 6 western Kingbirds at the TVA Plant. I'll try to 
nail the other nesting down tomorrow when I'll have more time.

Black-necked Stilts continue hatching fuzzy balls of fluff. Three, really 
small chicks, were testing out short rubbery legs today while a pair of 
elegantly 
attired, proud and protective parents escorted them around. Nine Least 
Sandpipers were seen feeding on one flat. Killdeer of all ages pace the flats 
in big 
numbers. This long weekend should be interesting as to the subtle changes in 
the season that are becoming more evident each day.

Good Birding!!!

Jeff R. Wilson
OL' COOT / TLBA
Bartlett Tenn.


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